Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$39.67
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.12B
WM
Waste Management Inc
$224.85
-0.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $90.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 281% more annual revenue ($25.20B vs $6.62B). GFL leads profitability with a 58.0% profit margin vs 10.7%. WM trades at a lower P/E of 33.6x. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
GFL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-153.9%
Fair Value
$17.35
Current Price
$39.67
$22.32 premium
Margin of Safety
+21.4%
Fair Value
$298.55
Current Price
$224.85
$73.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Earnings expanding 23.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 58.0% and operating margin at 6.4%.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a mature stock while WM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (810M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
GFL Environmental Inc. is a diversified environmental services company in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
Visit Website →Waste Management Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.
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